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ATR: Lonrho to acquire 8 ATR-72/500 airplanes for airline Fly540

Toulouse, France - The deliveries of these aircraft are scheduled for 2008 and 2009

"ATR and the pan-African investing conglomerate Lonrho today announced the signature by Lonrho’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Lonrho Air, of a MoU for the purchase of 8 ATR-72/500s. The aircraft will be operated by Fly540, an airline belonging to the conglomerate. The deal, which includes a comprehensive support and spares package, is valued at over USD 150 million. The aircraft will be configured w...

fra/pec - 1084395
Rome, Italy, 01/11/2008 12:25
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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